Legal Counsel (Part-Time)
- Recruiter
- Robert Walters Ltd
- Location
- England, London, City of London
- Salary
- £65000 - £70000 per annum
- Posted
- 21 Jun 2018
- Closes
- 10 Jul 2018
- Ref
- 50272893/001
- Contact
- Jon Lucas
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Practice Area
- Commercial Contracts
- Contract Type
- Contract
- Hours
- Part Time
Services company based in one of the City's iconic buildings, are looking to hire a commercially-minded Legal Counsel to join their team for a 12 month contract. This is a part-time role, 3 days per week.
About The Role
Covering the maternity leave of a team member, the Legal Counsel will be responsible for a wide variety of matters:
- Drafting, negotiating and advising on a range of commercial agreements relating to sales, distribution, IT, supply, T&Cs, marketing and any other miscellaneous matters running through the organisation
- Advising on corporate matters
- Providing key legal support to longer-term projects
- Data protection advice
About You
The client believes that the work would be well-suited to an individual with around 4-8 years PQE but applications from all levels will be considered on merit. You must have worked at a reputable law firm, as well as having spent time working in an in-house environment. It is essential that you possess extensive experience of negotiating commercial agreements, and individuals coming from a purely corporate background will also be considered. Applications from both UK and foreign-qualified lawyers are welcomed.
As well as being a technically-competent lawyer, this role also requires someone who possesses business acumen, emotional intelligence and a strong sense of ethics. You must be able to work within a team-oriented environment.
The role is due to start in mid-August.
This is an ideal opportunity for an individual looking to join a successful organisation offering an enjoyable working environment, so please send us your CV today.